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What Concepts Are Covered in the GACE History (6-12) (721) Study Guide?

The GACE History (6-12) (721) exam assesses whether you have the knowledge of U.S., Georgia and world history that a beginning middle or high school history teacher needs. The study guide covers Colonial History, Westward Expansion, Effects of Industrialization, Age of Exploration, and much more!

1,401 practice questions covering 16 concepts.

Concepts
ConceptLessonsPractice Questions
U.S. and Georgia to 1830 - Colonial History8127
U.S. and Georgia to 1830 - Revolutionary Period10114
U.S. and Georgia History 1830 - 1877 Westward Expansion9111
U.S. and Georgia History 1877 - 1945 Effects of Industrialization1084
U.S. and Georgia History 1877 - 1945 World War Era10113
U.S. and Georgia History 1945 - Present - Cold War1370
U.S. and Georgia 1945 - Present - Political Developments1053
U.S. and Georgia 1945 - Present - Social Change1067
World History to 1492 - Rise of Civilization15116
World History to 1492 - Europe1288
World History to 1492 - Asia1483
World History 1492 - 1750 - Age of Exploration757
World History 1750 - 1900 - Imperialism and Political Change12104
World History 1900 - Present - Social and Technological Shifts1393
World History 1900 - Present - World War Era676
World History 1900 - Present - Effects of the Cold War951
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Do I get a break during the GACE History (6-12) (721)?

It depends on the test: some include a scheduled break and others don't. If you take an unscheduled break, the test clock keeps running, so plan to use the restroom before you start. The official testing website lists the break rules for your exam.

How do I pass the GACE History (6-12) (721)?

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How long will the GACE History (6-12) (721) take?

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What should I expect on test day for the GACE History (6-12) (721)?

Arrive early with an approved photo ID, and read the testing policies on the official testing website before your appointment, so nothing on test day surprises you.

How many questions do I need to get right to pass the GACE History (6-12) (721) exam?

Since there are different versions of each test and each version has different questions, there is no way to predict the exact number of correct answers you need to pass any given exam.

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